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Cabinet
Cabinet approves allocation of additional foodgrain to NFSA Beneficiaries under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana  for another period of two months – May and June, 2021
The Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its ex-post facto approval to the following:
- Allocation of additional foodgrain under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana Phase III- for another period of 2 months e. May to June, 2021 @ 5 kg per person per month free of cost for about 79.88 Crore beneficiaries covered under NFSA  including those covered under DBT.
- The State/UT-wise allocation in terms of wheat/rice shall be decided by the Department of Food & Public Distribution on the basis of existing allocation ratio under NFSA. Also, the Department of Food and Public Distribution may decide on the extension of the lifting/distribution period under PMGKAY as per operational requirements keeping in view partial and local lockdown situations, and also arising out of adverse weather conditions like monsoon, cyclones, supply chain and Covid-induced constraints etc.
- The total outgo in terms of food-grains may be approximately 80 LMT.
The allocation of additional food-grain free of cost to approximately 79.88 Crore individuals under TPDS @ 5 Kg per person per month for two months i.e. May to June, 2021 would entail an estimated food subsidy of Rs. 25332.92Crore taking the estimated Economic Cost of Rs. 36789.2/MT for rice and Rs. 25731.4/ MT for wheat.
Additional allocation will ameliorate the hardships faced by poor due to economic disruption caused by Corona Virus. No poor family will suffer on account of non-availability of food-grains due to disruption in the next two months.
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Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
Dr. L Murugan visits fisheries farm in Reasi, also starts vaccination drive against Lumpy Skin Disease at Jyotipuram Gaushala, Reasi
As part of Atmanirbhar Bharat Campaign under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana , the government is focusing on inland production of fish particularly in hilly areas, says the Minister
Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Dairying, Animal Husbandry and Information and Broadcasting, Dr. L Murugan today said that as part of Atmanirbhar Bharat Campaign under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana , the government is focusing on inland production of fish particularly in hilly areas. The Minister said this while visiting a fisheries farm and breeding centre in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir.
During his visit, Sh. Murugan interacted with the fish farmers and hand
ed over seeds to them to enhance fish production under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana .
The Minister advised the farmers to adopt the latest technology in fish farming so that they can come up to the mainstream and meet the demands of consumption and also of exports, particularly in fresh water fish production.
Sh. Murugan further said that government is promoting inland fisheries like Recirculating aquaculture system  and fresh water fish. He added that the government is committed to promote inland fishing in the country and special emphasis is being given to hilly areas.
The Minister said that since 2014, for the first time an investment of Rs. 32,000 crore has been made within eight years in the fisheries sector and the results are there for anyone to see. He emphasized that because of this investment, a blue revolution is taking place in the country.
He added that PMMSY is the Prime Minister’s dream project and the Central Government is working in close coordination with state governments to make this dream come true.
The minister also started a vaccination drive against Lumpy Skin Disease at Jyotipuram Gaushala in the district. The drive was organized by the Animal Husbandry Department.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Cabinet Secretary chairs review meeting of NCMC to take stock of Vishakhapatnam gas leak incident and the actions taken
The National Crisis Management Committee under the chairmanship of Cabinet Secretary, Shri Rajiv Gauba met for the second successive day to review the situation arising out of the gas leak that took place in Vishakhapatnam yesterday.
Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh briefed the Committee on the ground situation as well as the actions taken by them after the incident to evacuate people and to contain the leakage in the plant. It was informed that all efforts were being taken by them to prevent any further emissions from the tanks. Issues related to the long term impact of the gas on health and on the quality of water and air were also discussed.
Cabinet Secretary took stock of the current situation, preparedness, rescue and relief operations and directed that all assistance, as maybe required by the state, be provided to mitigate the situation. Consultations between national and international experts on Chemical Safety and Industrial processes and the officials on site would be carried out through video conferencing, and a team of such experts would also be flown in as per requirements. Similar consultations between medical experts would also be arranged on the medical protocol to be followed. Requirement of assistance by way of dispatch of inhibitor chemicals was also to be ensured.
Secretaries of Ministries of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Chemicals & Petrochemicals and Pharmaceuticals, DGs of NDRF and Health Services, Director, AIIMS and officers from MHA and Central Pollution Control Board were present. Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh joined the meeting through video conferencing alongwith officials of the Vishakhapatnam district.
Cabinet
Cabinet approves additional 2 percent Dearness Allowance  for Central Government employees and Dearness Relief  to pensioners w.e.f. 1st July, 2018
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modihas approved to release an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance  to Central Government employees and Dearness Relief  to pensioners w.e.f. 01.07.2018 representing an increase of 2% over the existing rate of 7% of the Basic Pay/Pension, to compensate for price rise.
The combined impact on the exchequer on account of both Dearness Allowance and Deamess Relief would be Rs.6112.20 crore per annum and Rs.4074.80 crore in the financial year 2018-19 .
This will benefit about 48.41 lakh Central Government employees and 62.03 lakh pensioners.
This increase is in accordance with the accepted formula, which is based on the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Ministry of Corporate Affairs
IBBI organises series of awareness programmes for officers Income Tax Department
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India  organised a series of 18 awareness programmes on Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016  for officers Income Tax Department during August-November, 2021, in virtual mode, as part of the ongoing ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ celebrations.
The series of programmes covered officers of 18 regions headed by respective Pr. CCITs of the Income Tax Department. Approximately 900 officers of and above the level of ITO  were nominated by the Income Tax Department to participate in these programmes.
The programmes covered deliberations on various provisions of the Code like the issues relating to moratorium, filing of claims, resolution plans among others and interface of the Code with Income Tax Act, 1961. The rights, roles and responsibilities of officers of Income Tax Department as important stakeholders in various processes under the Code, were discussed during the programmes. Various case laws and Apex Court judgments particularly related to extinguishment of claims in event of its delayed submission/non submission during the resolution process and post resolution adherence to‘ clean slate’ principle were also discussed threadbare.
This series of programme was preceded by series of 46 awareness programmes conducted by Board at various offices of Income Tax Department across country during FY 2019-20. The programmes are expected to bring in awareness about rights of Government authorities and implications of approved resolution plans on such dues so as to facilitate the better implementation of the Code.
Ministry of Power
NTPC Barauni signs MoU with District Administration, Begusarai and Eklavya initiative to promote English speaking program for the students of government schools.
NTPC Barauni signed a tripartite MoU with the District Administration of Begusarai and the Ekalavya initiative for the Bindaas Bol program on 01.08.2023 at Ganga guest house located in the NTPC Barauni township. The 9-month long program is designed to promote conversational English among school-going children from classes VI-VIII and would cater to around 1075 students divided into 43 batches across 06 Govt. Schools.
The MoU was signed in the presence of Sh. Roushan Kushwaha, District Magistrate Begusarai, Sh. Rajeev Khanna, Head of Project, NTPC Barauni, Ms. Anuradha Saihgal – CEO, The Ekalavya Initiative, Sh. Anindya Mukherji , Sh. Sh.Manoj Dubey , Sh. Rajesh Kumar Singh, , Ms.Sunanda Kumari , Sh. Anish Kumar , Sh. Ravindra Kumar  other officials of district administration and other NTPC officials.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Roushan Kushwaha, District Magistrate Begusarai congratulated the joint effort of NTPC Barauni and Eklavya Initiative towards providing an educative platform for the children of the government schools of Begusarai. He also emphasised on integration of English speaking for the uplift and overall personality development amongst the children in their foundation years of schooling.
On this auspicious occasion, Sh. Rajeev Khanna, HOP Barauni shared his joy and stated: ‘ The initiative- Bindaas Bol, is not just to promote English speaking amongst the school children but is aimed towards their holistic self-development.’
It also renders the Digital India initiative by providing live online sessions for the students which would encompasses collective learning sessions, assignments,, events and contests that will facilitate skill enhancement such as personality development and public speaking among the children.
As per the MoU, there would be 75 online learning hours  per batch spread over a period of 9 months. Specific slots have been provided to each school, in consultation with the nodal teachers from the 06 government schools of the Begusarai district namely, Rajkiyakrit Utkramit Madhyamik Vidyalaya, Simaria Barauni, Utkramit Madhya Vidyalaya, Bariahi, Barauni, Utkramit Madhyamik  Vidyalaya, Bathauli ,Kanya Madhya Vidyalaya, Mahna , Uchh Madhyamik Vidyalaya, Simariya 02, Kasaha , Utkramit Madhya Vidyalaya, Vasudevpur, Begusarai.
NTPC Barauni since its inception in 15 December ,2018 has been committed towards the uplift of the rural segment located in the nearby vicinity by injected better facilities in the field of education, educational institutions, for the overall learning avenues for the children of the government, infrastructural development and so on.
The program ‘Bindas Bol’ focuses on improving the linguistic ability of school children which will enhance their all round personality.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
New Radars and Vessel Traffic Management System inaugurated by Union Cabinet Minister
(Kochi: Nov 1, 2021
Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Cabinet Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways inaugurated the new Radars and Vessel Traffic Management System of Cochin Port Trust today. Senior Officers from the Ministry and Cochin Port Trust were present.
The Vessel Traffic Management System is an essential tool for enhancing safety of navigation in the port by monitoring and regulating the shipping movements. Apart from navigational safety, the system also enhances security of the port waters by detecting and tracking all crafts moving in the port.
The VTMS commissioned in Cochin Port in 2009 has been upgraded with a state-of-the-art system consisting of 2 new radars, 1 AIS Base station, 3 VHF Radios and associated software and hardware installed at a cost of ₹5.8-Cr.
The Union Cabinet Minister also carried out an inspection of the Port infrastructure and new projects of Cochin Port during a tug ride in the Cochin harbour.
Guard of Honour was given to the Minister by the CISF Unit of Cochin Port Trust on his arrival. A neem tree sapling was also planted by him in the Administrative lawns.
PIB Headquarters
PIB’S BULLETIN ON COVID-19
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- 131.18 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
- India's Active caseload currently stands at 94,943
- Active cases account for less than 1% of total cases, currently at 0.27%; Lowest since March 2020
- Recovery Rate currently at 98.36%; Highest since March 2020
- 7,678 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 3,41,05,066
- 8,503 new cases in the last 24 hours
- Daily positivity rate  less than 2% for last 67 days
- Weekly Positivity Rate  less than 1% for last 26 days
- 65.32 cr Total Tests conducted so far
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Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
IWAI Vice-Chairman flags off ro-ro vessel MV Sankardev at Kolkata
Kolkata, December 8 , 2018
Inland Waterways Authority of India ’s newly constructed Ro-Ro vessel MV Sankardev has been flagged off by Shri Pravir Pandey, Vice-Chairman, IWAI at IWAI BISN jetty in Khidderpore, here today. This ro-ro vessel having capacity of carrying 12 trucks of 25 tonnes each and passenger capacity of 200 persons will be deployed in Brahmaputra river that forms National Waterways -2 at Guwahati.
Speaking on the occasion, IWAI Vice-Chairman Shri Pandey stated, MV Sankardev will ease the connectivity problem faced by the dwellers of Majuli Islands in the Brahmaputra river which for a long time had no proper means of connectivity. He said, MV Sankardev will have a long lasting effect on connectivity along one of the most difficult river that is Brahmaputra. He also mentioned that ro-ro vessels solve connectivity problems across big rivers like Ganga and Brahmaputra by reducing the requirement of cross-river bridges and providing cost-effective and easy means of transportation.
Notably, IWAI has already started two other ro-ro services in Assam. MV Gopinath having capacity of 8 trucks and 100 passengers is deployed between Dhubri and Hatsingimari which has reduced the travel distance by 190 Km. This apart, MV Bhupen Hazarika of 8 trucks and 100 passenger capacity connects Majuli with Neamati. It has cut down the road route of 423 Km that trucks had to take from Neamati to Majuli Island via Tezpur road bridge, by limiting the distance to only 12.7 km with the use of inland water transport.
Ministry of Finance
Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman meets World Bank President Mr David Malpass in Washington D.C.
Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman and World Bank Group President Mr. David Malpass met in Washington D.C., today, to discuss various issues, including India’s continued recovery from COVID-19 pandemic; impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the world economy and India in particular; economy and role of the WBG; Single Borrower Limit and exploring the possibility of Guarantees from other nations, India’s G20 Presidency and World Bank's leadership in India after CD’s  departure.
The Finance Minister stated that India’s pandemic response has focused on the twin goals of saving lives and livelihoods. India has been successfully running world’s second largest vaccination programme, administering more than 1.85 billion doses of vaccine.
Smt. Sitharaman mentioned that India remains concerned about the risks to global recovery due to rising uncertainty amidst enhanced geopolitical tensions.
The Finance Minister suggested that the multilateralism has become more critical as the world is undergoing a phase of exceptional uncertainty. On account of the pandemic and the recent geo-political developments, there is a need for the World Bank to come to the rescue of countries facing debt stress. In particular, the World Bank needs to pay special attention to Sri Lanka, which is facing an unprecedented economic situation.
Smt. Sitharaman highlighted the India’s roadmap for infrastructure development and look forward to World Bank’s continued support for financing investments for the National Infrastructure pipeline and Gati Shakti programme.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles loss of lives due to road accident in Vadodara, Gujarat
Announces ex-gratia from PMNRF
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed anguish and condoled the loss of lives due to a road accident in Vadodara, Gujarat. The Prime Minister also announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh to be given to the next of kin of each deceased, and Rs. 50,000 to be given to the injured.
The Prime Minister’s Office tweeted;
“Anguished by the loss of lives due to a road accident in Vadodara district. Condolences to the bereaved families. May the injured recover soon. Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. Rs. 50,000 would be given to the injured.”
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets people on Ashadhi Bij, the Kutchi New Year
(The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Ashadhi Bij, the Kutchi New Year.
“Greetings on the auspicious occasion of Ashadhi Bij, the Kutchi New Year. May the coming year bring joy and prosperity. May everyone’s aspirations be fulfilled”, the Prime Minister said.
President's Secretariat
PROBATIONERS OF INDIAN RAILWAYS CALL ON THE PRESIDENT
CHART A NEW PATH IN TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENT OF THE COUNTRY BY DEVISING NEW APPLICATIONS AND SYSTEMS FOR PEOPLE-FRIENDLY AND ECO-FRIENDLY TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM: PRESIDENT MURMU TO RAILWAYS PROBATIONERS
A group of 255 probationers of Indian Railways  called on the President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre today .
Addressing the probationers, the President said that the Indian Railways is the backbone of not just the Indian economy but also of India’s unity and socio-cultural diversity. She emphasised that it is the responsibility of the young officers like them to carry forward the rich legacy of the railway ecosystem and strive to make Indian Railways the provider of best quality services in the world.
The President said that technology is the driving force in all fields today. She highlighted that for Indian Railways which caters to the needs and demands of millions of people every day and transports millions of tonnes of freight every month, harnessing technology to the best extent possible is a must. She urged young officers to contribute in charting a new path in technological advancement of the country by devising new applications and systems for people-friendly and eco-friendly transportation system.
The President said that people who travel in trains carry with them the memories of their journeys. She urged officers to treat the passengers as their guests and provide the best service and best experience that they can cherish. She also underlined the need to ensure safety of passengers by all means. She said that with the advanced technology and Artificial Intelligence-based-applications, efficient and fool proof systems should be designed giving utmost priority to rail safety.
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Ministry of Defence
CAS VISIT TO FRANCE
Marking the continuity of growing bilateral defence cooperation with the French Air and Space Force, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff  left for France today on an official visit. The visit of CAS from 19-23 Apr will enhance potential avenues for strengthening the level of interaction between the two Air Forces.
CAS will hold meetings and discussions with senior military leadership of France and visit operational facilities and airbases. The visit comes after Gen Philippe Lavigne, Chief of Staff, French Air and Space Force  visited India in February 2020.
The two Air Forces have seen significant operational interaction in the recent past. IAF and FASF engage in the bilateral air exercise series ‘Garuda’, as well as hop exercises, the last being Ex Desert Knight 21 held at Air Force Station Jodhpur in January 2021. IAF and FASF also participated in Ex Desert Flag hosted by UAE Air Force along with other friendly countries in March 2021.
The visit of CAS will be a significant step in further enhancing mutual cooperation.
Ministry of Defence
Agnipath - Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh approves 10% reservation of jobs for Agniveers in Indian Coast Guard, Defence Civilian posts & 16 DPSUs
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has approved a proposal to reserve 10% of the job vacancies in Ministry of Defence for Agniveers meeting requisite eligibility criteria. The 10% reservation will be implemented in the Indian Coast Guard, defence civilian posts and all the 16 Defence Public Sector Undertakings - Hindustan Aeronautics Limited , Bharat Electronics Limited , Bharat Earth Movers Limited , Bharat Dynamics Limited , Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers  Limited, Goa Shipyard Limited , Hindustan Shipyard Limited , Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders , Mishra Dhatu Nigam  Limited, Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited , Advanced Weapons & Equipment India Ltd. , Munitions India Limited , Yantra India Limited , Gliders India Limited , India Optel Limited  and Troop Comforts Limited . This reservation would be in addition to existing reservations for ex-servicemen.
Necessary amendments to relevant recruitment rules will be undertaken to implement these provisions. The DPSUs will be advised to make similar amendments to their respective recruitment rules. Necessary age relaxation provision will also be made to enable recruitment of Agniveers to the above posts.
Ministry of Textiles
MSP Procurement of Cotton
The Cotton Corporation of India Ltd.  is a Central Nodal Agency of the Government of India for undertaking cotton procurement operations under Minimum Support Price . This MSP scheme provides an alternative marketing channel for cotton farmers to sell their FAQ-grade cotton at MSP rates declared by the Central Government.
To protect cotton farmers and to maximize reach, CCI has opened more than 400 cotton procurement centres in all 11 cotton-growing states in the current cotton season 2022-23. The detail of MSP prices, CCI network, nearest procurement centre etc. are available on the CCI website i.e. “cotcorp.org.in” or farmers may download the mobile app “Cott-Ally” for more information.
At present, cotton prices are prevailing above the MSP level and farmers need not do any distress sale of cotton below the MSP level. CCI assures all cotton farmers that it will procure all FAQ-grade cotton offered to CCI at MSP in all cotton-growing states.
As the monsoon will be approaching in the first week of June, therefore to safeguard damage of cotton by rains at any level, the procurement window for cotton under MSP operations shall remain open till 20.05.2023 for the current cotton season 2022-23. This will ensure the completion of the processing of cotton well before the onset of monsoon.
In case of any assistance, farmers may approach CCI’s nearest branch.
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